Foued MOUKID & THE OLD DEAD TREE part ways

[Vincent - The Old Dead Tree]

Dear All,

Foued Moukid has stepped down from his drums wielding duties after 3 years in The Old Dead Tree. Foued has decided to devote himself to his other band ARKAN in "full-time" mode, and also to others personal private projects.
"We had been working in this band together for almost 3 years and we shared some unforgettable experiences together all over Europe. We will obviously remain friends and this "break up" has been on very good terms from both sides. We would like to thank our friend and wish him the best of luck with his future ventures!"
Please note that all gigs scheduled – except Portugal - are still confirmed! A session drummer - Raphaël ANTHEAUME - will replace Foued until his successor has been found.

Thanks for showing him support...

Vincent / The Old Dead Tree
http://www.theolddeadtree.com/
http://www.myspace.com/theolddeadtree

 

[Phobos / Kim]

Of course I do respect his decision, but this is pretty bad news for the band...

I hope Franck comes back now

 

[Mr.Gein]

I hope Franck comes back now

I don't think he will, for he's currently performing drums with his band Interria...

But indeed Foued's departure from TODT is sad news. Let's wish him good luck with Arkan !!

Also, let's prepare ourselves to welcome the next drummer.
His drumming abilities will have to be very good !!

 

[Phobos / Kim]

I don't think he will, for he's currently performing drums with his band Interria...

Yeah I know, but still...

 

[Vincent - The Old Dead Tree]

Hey!

Don't worry... we'll let you know in due time about our new drummer!

Cheers,

Vincent / The Old Dead Tree
http://www.theolddeadtree.com/
http://www.myspace.com/theolddeadtree

 

[Phobos / Kim]

I'm not impatient, but any news yet?

 

[Manuel - The Old Dead Tree]

The band still receive many propositions, but the auditions will only start after the tour (January 2008).
Be patient

 

[rebirth]

sad news, hope the guy form janes addiction joins

 

[mamaepica]

Raf did a good job during the tour!

 

[Mr.Gein]

Raf did a good job during the tour!

Right, I've seen him in Lyon, and I told him that he was the man !! Incredible how fast he learned the playlist.

 

[Vincent - The Old Dead Tree]

Right, I've seen him in Lyon, and I told him that he was the man !! Incredible how fast he learned the playlist.

Indeed

 

[Phobos / Kim]

So, any news on the auditions for the new drummer?

 

[Vincent - The Old Dead Tree]

Dear All,

Taken from The Old Dead Tree's newsletter :

NEW DRUMMER REVEALED : RAPHAEL ANTHEAUME JOINS THE OLD DEAD TREE AS FULL TIME MEMBER!

The search is over, and a new drummer has now joined the band. The level of competition and skills among the few drummers who remained at the top of the crop was extremely high, but this guy logically outplayed everyone in the end.
Indeed, we are very happy to announce that after having worked with us as a session musician for about six months now, Raphaël has decided to join The Old Dead Tree as a full time member! For those who aren't familiar with him yet, Raphaël is the drummer of the french symphonic metal band Penumbra. As a professional musician, he is also involved in others projects and various music styles. If you want to find out more about Raphaël, you can check his myspace.
To the drummers we met : Again, we want to thank you all for offering your services and wish you all the best for the future!

So please welcome him!

Cheers,

The Old Dead Tree